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Agnes Zielinski Olechno combines her skill as a courtroom litigator, her experience as a child advocate, and her compassion for families in transition to advocate for her clients and their families. Her experience in guiding couples going through the emotional strains of divorce and focusing on the negotiation process and the complex issues that need to be addressed have saved many couples and children a great deal of time, money, and emotional trauma.
As recipient of Loyola's Civitas Child Law Fellowship, and the Child and Family Law Certificate, Agnes received her law degree Cum Laude from Loyola Univeristy Chicago School of Law. Since receiving her attorney license, Agnes has been awarded the Rising Star Award by SuperLawyers every year since 2016. The Super Lawyers designation, conferrred upon the most respected legal practitioners in the state, is based upon peer recognition and professional achievement. Rising Stars are those up-and-coming attorneys who are 40 years of age or younger and have practiced law for 10 years or less. No more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor.
Agnes Olechno also serves as a child’s representative and guardian ad litem in Cook County, Illinois. In addition to advocating on behalf of children, Agnes also serves as Parenting Coordinator and Mediator on numerous cases.
Agnes is active in the community, currently volunteering with Chicago Volunteer Services and a member of the Chicago Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association.
Agnes Olechno serves clients throughout the Cook County, Lake, DuPage County, and Will County areas.
Agnes is bilingual and prepared to provide services to Polish speaking clients.
Practice areas
Child Custody & Visitation | Child Support | Child Representation | Juvenile Law | Child Protection | Child Abuse | Child Neglect | Contact Attorney Olechno now for a free consultation!
Contested Divorce | Uncontested Divorce | Legal Separation | Mediation | Removal | Marital Property Settlement | Equitable Distribution of Property | Stop worrying, call Attorney Olechno now for a free consultation.
Marriage | Divorce | Child Matters | Domestic Violence | Grandparents' Rights & Visitation | Paternity | Civil Unions | Same-Sex Marriage | Premier Attorney Olechno can help you with your family law needs, call now for a free consultation.
Child Custody & Visitation | Child Support | Child Representation | Juvenile Law | Child Protection | Child Abuse | Child Neglect | Contact Attorney Olechno now for a free consultation!
Attorney Olechno can handle your mediation and arbitration issues.
Prenuptials | Postnuptials
Languages spoken
Polish, English
Williams & Farmer - A Family Law Firm
211 W Wacker
Suite 1100
Chicago, IL, 60606
15255 S. 94th Avenue
Suite 500
Orland Park, IL, 60462
8022 Lincoln Avenue
Skokie, IL, 60077
1821 Walden Office Square
Suite 400
Schaumburg, IL
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2013 | 06/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 20 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Client's Choice | Avvo | 2020 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2020 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
Distinguished Service Award | Chicago Volunteer Legal Services | 2017 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
10 Best Attorneys for Illinois for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
2016 Clients' Choice Award | AVVO | 2016 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
2015 Client's Choice Award | AVVO | 2015 |
Leadership and Service Recognition Award | Loyola University Chicago School of Law | 2013 |
Public Interest Recognition Award | Loyola University Chicago School of Law | 2013 |
Certificate in Child and Family Law | Loyola University Chicago School of Law | 2013 |
Highest Grade in ChildLaw Clinic | CALI Excellence for the Future Award | 2012 |
Dean Charles Hart Award for Academic Excellence | Loyola University Chicago | 2010 |
Damen Award for Outstanding Leadership and Service | Loyola University Chicago | 2010 |
Civitas ChildLaw Fellowship | Loyola University Chicago School of Law | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Williams & Farmer | 2015 - Present |
Volunteer Attorney | Chicago Volunteer Legal Services | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | Anderson & Associates, PC | 2013 - 2015 |
Post Grad Fellow | Domestic Violence Legal Clinic | 2013 - 2013 |
Law Clerk | Uniform Law Commission | 2012 - 2012 |
Law Clerk | Law Offices of Sheryl Rae Ghezzi | 2012 - 2013 |
711 Law Clerk | Cook County State's Attorney's Office | 2012 - 2012 |
Student Attorney | Loyola Civitas ChildLaw Clinic | 2012 - 2013 |
Law Clerk | International Organization for Adolescents | 2011 - 2011 |
Clinician | Loyola Civitas ChildLaw Legislation Clinic | 2011 - 2012 |
Law Clerk | Women's Legal Services Center | 2011 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Illinois Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | Executive Board Member and Program Committee Co-Chair | 2019 - Present |
Will County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Polish American Leadership Political Action Committee | Junior Board Member | 2014 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Northwest Suburban Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
South Suburban Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Chicago Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Loyola Children's Legal Rights Journal | Junior Editor | 2011 - 2012 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter | To disgorge or not to disgorge? | 2016 |
Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter | Polishing the new IMDMA | 2016 |
CHILDLAW AND EDUCATION INSTITUTE FORUM | Bullying and Free Speech: Can Schools Define Bullying and Survive a First Amendment Challenge? | 2013 |
Children's Legal Rights Journal | Through A Child's Eyes: High School Teens Voice Their Opinions on Forced Marriages | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Northwestern University | Divorce Mediation Certificate | 2016 |
Loyola University Chicago | JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude | 2013 |
Loyola University Chicago | BA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude | 2010 |
Loyola University Chicago | BS - Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude | 2010 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Child Representative Seminar | Admissibility of Evidence from Social Media and Eavesdropping; Liability to Child Rep in Disclosing Unlawfully Obtained Information | 2018 |
Lunch and Learn | Shared Parenting Time Research | 2018 |
Women's Law Society Event | Women in the Law | 2014 |
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Morgan Given, Family Attorney on Jan 20, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Agnes is an excellent attorney and advocate for her young clients. She is organized, intelligent and approachable and an asset to the legal community.
Erin Masters, Mediation Attorney on Mar 27, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Agnes as both a mediator and a family law attorney. She is dedicated to her clients, compassionate to their situation and highly knowledgeable in all aspects of family law.
Nichol Broshous, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 16, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph O'Brien, Family Attorney on Oct 29, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Zach Hunsinger, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. She's super smart and always a great advocate for her clients!
Dean Taradash, Family Attorney on Jan 20, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Olechno is an excellent attorney who strives to ensure that her client's rights are always protected to the fullest extent of the law.
Noelle Cislo, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 3, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
Agnes is a zealous advocate for all of her clients, and shows a true passion to help those going through a difficult time in their lives.
Bradley Kaye, Family Attorney on Jul 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Agnes is committed to her clients and as tough as they come in court!
Robert Buchanan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Zielinski is a professional, well-respected, and strong advocate for her clients.
Anthony Pankau, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Zachary Martel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Kezy, Family Attorney on Apr 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Anderson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Russell Knight, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 30, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Agnes is a very bright, likeable attorney who knows how to advocate for her client in a legal and personal manner.
Kasia Naugle, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 30, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Rebecca Zeilenga, Family Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Kelly Petersen, Family Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I've worked with Agnes for nearly a year. She is hard working and passionate about her job.
Robert Boszko, Family Attorney on Nov 10, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Agnes is an intelligent and zealous advocate. She is very knowledgeable in all aspects of family law.
Sheryl Ghezzi, Family Attorney on Nov 10, 2014
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Ms. Zielinski is a rising star in the field of family law. She has excellent credentials and exceeded expectations in law school to achieve levels of experience in excess of her peers. Diligent, smart and energetic is her style. I endorse her with pride as her former employer.
Sarah Nolan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 10, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Agnieszka is an intelligent and compassionate attorney who is well respected in the legal community.
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